This archive report was first published on 26 December 2019.
On December 26, 2019, a devastating road crash occurred on the Eldoret-Kitale road near Nangili market, claiming the lives of three people.
A head-on collision between a mini bus and a van resulted in the tragic loss of life, with the drivers of both vehicles and one passenger dying on the spot.
According to Kakamega County Commander Bernard Muli, the van was transporting animals for slaughter to Nairobi, while the mini-bus was headed to Matunda in Kakamega County from Lwanda market.
Witnesses reported that the driver of the mini-bus was attempting to avoid hitting sheep crossing the road but lost control of the vehicle, colliding with the oncoming van.
Locals described the accident scene as a 'black spot', with approximately five accidents occurring in the area this year.
